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Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites

3.0 star property
Historic hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Property amenity
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk
Free daily continental breakfast
Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites is centrally located in Syracuse. Enjoy a continental breakfast, in-room WiFi, a gym, and banquet facilities. Guests often highlight the staff's helpfulness as a key part of their stay.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Dining Table;Living Room;with Sofabed) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Dining Table;Living Room;with Sofabed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Kitchenette (with Sofabed)

Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Kitchenette (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Sofa bed - queen
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Living Room;with Sofabed)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Living Room;with Sofabed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Sofa bed - queen
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Syracuse, a neighborhood in Syracuse, Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites is in the entertainment district. State Park at the Fair and Clark Reservation State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include New York State Fairgrounds and Museum of Science and Technology. Clinton Square and E.M. Mills Rose Garden are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and snowshoeing.
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416 S Clinton St, Syracuse, NY, 13202

What's nearby

  • Armory Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Landmark Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Oncenter - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • JMA Wireless Dome - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Destiny USA - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Syracuse Regional Transportation Center - 8 min drive
  • Hancock Intl. Airport (SYR) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pastabilities - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Margaritas Mexican Cantina - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The York - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Al's Wine And Whiskey Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kitty Hoynes - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites

Historic hotel remodeled in 2022 and located near Syracuse University
Free continental breakfast, a grocery/convenience store, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym and a 24-hour business center.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Self parking (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and luggage storage
  • A 24-hour front desk, a computer station, and an elevator
  • 1 meeting room, a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 68 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 15 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 646 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 11 floors
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Renovated entire property - December 2022
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 15 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Clinton Jefferson
Jefferson Clinton
Jefferson Clinton Hotel
Jefferson Clinton Hotel Syracuse
Jefferson Clinton Syracuse
Hotel Jefferson Clinton
Jefferson Clinton Hotel
Jefferson Clinton Suites
Best Syracuse Suites Syracuse
Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel Suites
Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites Hotel
Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites Syracuse
Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites Hotel Syracuse

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites?

Self parking is available for USD 15 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites located?

Located in Downtown Syracuse, this historic hotel is steps from Armory Square, and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Syracuse University. Museum of Science and Technology and Landmark Theatre are just steps away.

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Reviews

Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 279 out of 537 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 131 out of 537 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 537 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 537 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 537 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sulejman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The stay was awesome and the staff was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were in Syracuse for an event and the Best Western was a great location. There are several great restaurants nearby. The room was spacious and beds very comfortable. I would definitely come back to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Raj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good option if you would like to stay in downtown Syracuse
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sunday night stay so free parking on the street too. Nice room. Comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hai Thanh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

darra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay! Very central location!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff. Unable to resolve a basic issue: no WiFi over my four-night stay. Otherwise pleasant and flexible performance. Adequate rooms. On-site parking a plus, but not enough spaces.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic kitchenette minu-suite!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice and the staff were very nice and helpful. The hotel is close to the theater, restaurants, and train station. We like the hotel very much and are looking forward to our next stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

clinton

Good location. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent- all the amenities- full size fridge, microwave, silverware - even a dishwasher! And some of the most comfortable beds I’ve ever had in a hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room small but spotlessly cleaned...parking limited & $15 fee for offsite but close...comfortable beds...staff was very friendly & helpful..would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location downtown. Close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Hal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location!

Very nice stay. Staff was helpful. Security was good. Noisy due to street traffic, advise ear plugs!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Farah

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not worth it for the price. Definitely skip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was friendly and helpful!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff. Comfortable rooms. Limited breakfast and no bar.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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